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There are approximately 650 street litter bins throughout the City of Port Phillip. Bins are emptied on different schedules depending on their location. The bins are provided for casual public litter and should not be used for the disposal of commercial waste from shops and business premises.
Emptying schedule
| Large shopping centres |
Daily and twice on weekends |
| Small shopping centres |
3 times per week |
| Milk bars and cafes |
3 times per week |
| Foreshore |
Daily to weekly |
The above schedules are a guide only. Some locations are emptied more often based on the usage pattern of the bin and seasonal influences on litter generation.
Use eServices to ask us a question, request information or give us feedback about street litter bins online. Or call ASSIST on (03) 9209 6777 or TTy (03) 9209 6713 and ask for Waste Management.
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Repairs
Repairs to street litter bins are carried out on a needs basis. The bin collectors note any damaged bins for repair.
To report a damaged street litter bin online, use eServices or call ASSIST on (03) 9209 6777 or TTy (03) 9209 6713 and ask for Waste Management.
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Installation
Requests for the installation of additional street litter bins can be made. Investigation is carried out to see if the location supports the need for the cost of a new bin and the ongoing cost of emptying the bin.
To request a new street litter bin installation online use eServices or call ASSIST on (03) 9209 6777 or TTy (03) 9209 6713 and ask for Waste Management.
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